what we are about

The Foundation was established in 2015 as an expression of gratitude, by family members, Manasha and Keelin Garcia, in honor of musician, artist, and visionary, Jerry Garcia.

Staying true to Jerry's vision, we embrace the idea that music and art bring great healing to the worldMission: The Jerry Garcia Foundation supports artistic, environmental and humanitarian causes.

To realize the mission, gift grants are provided and art/music events are presented to support vetted 501c3 nonprofits. The Foundation engages artists and musicians who wish to share their talents for the benefit of the greater good.

All board members donate their services as volunteers.

The Jerry Garcia Foundation is receptive to partnerships and welcomes inquiries from like-minded organizations.

The Jerry Garcia Foundation is an approved Nonprofit partner of the environmental 1% for the Planet Network

Let's Help ENd Hunger

The Jerry Garcia Foundation is honored to support the WhyHunger organization's "Imagine There's No Hunger" program.Inspired by Yoko Ono Lennon, John Lennon and his song, "Imagine," the "Imagine There's No Hunger" campaign endeavors to turn the dream of a world without hunger into a reality.

"WhyHunger is a leader in building the movement to end hunger and poverty by connecting people to nutritious, affordable food and by supporting grassroots solutions that inspire self-reliance and community empowerment."http://whyhunger.org/what-we-do.

Playing For Change Foundation

The Jerry Garcia Foundation is honored to partner with the Playing For Change Foundation to support the mission of bringing music programs to children around the world. #PeaceThroughMusic​

"Let there be songs to fill the air"Please enjoy this video of talented musicians from around the globe performing on a beautiful version of the 'Ripple' produced by Playing For Change and presented by JamBase.

The video is included in JamBase's Grateful Dead tribute series, "Songs of Their Own," in honor of the band's 50 year Anniversary. ​

Jerry's Fender Stratocaster guitar makes an appearance on the recording and is played by Playing For Change musician, Vasti Jackson. Keelin Garcia sings on the recording in honor of her father and his music.​The Jerry Garcia Foundation is honored to partner with the Playing For Change Foundation to support the mission of bringing music programs to children around the world. #PeaceThroughMusic

Uniting Music and Art

Jerry Garcia Foundation Unites Music and Art at Lennon Inspired Holiday BenefitFeaturing Hot Tuna and Special Guests​In December 2017, the Jerry Garcia Foundation will produce its third "Imagine There's No Hunger" benefit concert in support of WhyHunger and Yoko Ono Lennon's global hunger relief efforts.